Eczema in Children

Atopic Eczema is a common form of eczema that can run in families. It affects 20% of children in the UK, often from an early age. However, the majority of children will grow out of it. The symptoms of eczema range in severity from small patches of dry, itchy, red skin to multiple broken, weeping sores that can easily become infected. Eczema can flare up, getting rapidly worse for a time, usually in response to a specific trigger such as food or environmental allergy.

Paediatric Diagnostics can provide fast access to investigation and treatment for child food allergies from birth up to 16 years of age.

Our specialist team of Paediatric Dermatologists and Paediatric allergists can provide specialist advice and treatment for food allergies, ensuring that your child receives the best possible treatment and relieves the signs of eczema.

We are pleased to offer treatment at our private outpatient clinics in Dorking, Surrey and Wimbledon, London, making us ideally placed to provide expert treatment to children living in Croydon, Leatherhead, Kingston-upon-Thames, Tonbridge, Maidstone, North and South Kensington, Hammersmith, Twickenham, Camden Town, Wandsworth, and all nearby areas.

Read more on eczema in children below.

Eczema in Children - What is it?

Eczema is a skin condition that causes inflamed, uncomfortable, dry, itchy skin and damage to the skin barrier. This can occur at all ages but is more common in babies and children. There are many reasons why eczema starts, including allergy, genetic and environmental factors. It is linked to allergy, hay fever and asthma.  

Eczema in Children. Treatment for childhood eczema is available at Paediatric Diagnostics.

Childhood eczema can cause many problems for children and their families. It can feel stressful when you have tried many treatments, and nothing seems to help your child. 

Our specialist team will aim to assess your child as an individual and provide a personalised approach to looking at possible eczema triggers such as food allergies. A safe, tailored treatment plan will be developed after careful discussion with you as a family. 

Please note; You may be requested to keep a food diary in order to assess whether a particular food aggravates your child’s symptoms.

Book an initial consultation for childhood eczema with our specialist team today by calling Paediatric Diagnostics on +44(0)129 3365012 or book online.

We have numerous private clinics located in London, Surrey, and Kent, with our locations including Wimbledon, Dorking, Tunbridge Wells, and more. If you are unsure where to book your initial consultation, please contact our friendly team today and we will be more than happy to help.

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Worried about your child's food allergies or eczema? Our specialist paediatric team is here to support you every step of the way.